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Cambodia Visa for Afghanistan Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Afghan citizens can obtain a 30-day, single-entry visa on arrival for Cambodia at designated entry points (airports and land borders); the visa fee is USD 30, payable in cash, with potential extension at Cambodian Immigration offices.

Guide last updated September 5, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport validity: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry and have at least 1 blank page for the visa stamp.
  • Specific forms: There is no pre-application form for visa on arrival; fill the visa-on-arrival form at the port of entry; airline arrival cards may be provided.
  • Financial proof: There is no formal financial proof required for visa on arrival; border officers may ask to show funds; carry sufficient money for your stay.
  • Accommodation and return ticket requirements: Not required for VOA, but immigration officers may ask for hotel booking details or a return ticket.
  • Photo spec: One recent passport photo (4x6 cm) with a white background; bring an extra copy if possible.
  • Biometrics: Not required for visa on arrival.
  • Travel health insurance: Not required but strongly recommended.

Visa types

  • Tourist visa on arrival (Official name: Visa on Arrival - Tourist): Validity 30 days; Max stay 30 days; Single-entry; Approx fee USD 30.
  • Business visa on arrival (Official name: Visa on Arrival - Business): Validity 30 days; Max stay 30 days; Single-entry; Approx fee USD 35.
  • Student visa on arrival: Not available at border; apply via embassy or online e-visa if eligible.
  • Work visa on arrival: Not available at border; apply via embassy or online e-visa if eligible.

Application process

  • Visa on arrival: Go to the visa-on-arrival counter at Phnom Penh or Siem Reap International Airports or designated land borders (Poipet, Cham Yeam, Bavet). Prepare your passport, 1 passport photo, and funds for the visa fee.
  • Steps: 1) Present passport and photo; 2) Complete the visa-on-arrival form if required; 3) Pay the visa fee in cash (USD 30 for Tourist, USD 35 for Business); 4) Receive the visa stamp and proceed to immigration checks; 5) Enter Cambodia.
  • Ports and fees: Fees are paid in cash at the counter; some ports may list Cambodian riel as an alternative; USD is widely accepted.
  • Timeline: Processing at the border is usually 15–30 minutes depending on queues; no online approval is issued for VOA; approval is provided on arrival.
  • How approval arrives: You receive the visa stamp directly in your passport at the VOA counter.

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee (Tourist VOA): USD 30; approx 120,000–126,000 KHR depending on exchange rate; Visa fee (Business VOA): USD 35; approx 140,000–147,000 KHR.
  • Local currency: Cash payments are typically in USD; Cambodian riel may be acceptable at some ports, but USD is the standard.
  • VFS/BLS service fee: Not applicable for visa on arrival; no third-party service fee.
  • Total cost estimate: USD 30–35 depending on visa type.
  • Standard processing time: On arrival at the VOA counter, usually 15–30 minutes; no separate processing time online.
  • Express/priority option: Not available for visa on arrival.

Tips for Afghanistan travelers

  • Apply in advance of travel only if you plan to use an e-visa instead of VOA; for VOA, you apply upon arrival.
  • Common rejection reasons for Afghan applicants specifically: Passport validity errors (less than 6 months), insufficient blank pages, mismatch data on passport and arrival forms, lack of funds or hotel/return details when asked, poor photo quality, or failure to use a visa-on-arrival counter when required.
  • VFS/BLS vs direct embassy application: For Cambodia VOA, there is no VFS/BLS process; VOA is handled directly at entry points. If you prefer to apply online, use the e-visa portal at https://www.evisa.gov.kh/ (this is for e-visa, not VOA).
  • Travel advisories or bilateral notes: Check your government travel advisories and Cambodia’s official MFAIC page for any entry requirements or changes; Cambodia has active consular support through its embassy or consulates; for Afghanistan, contact the Cambodian Embassy/Consulate if available, or the Cambodian MFAIC site at https://www.mfaic.gov.kh/ for official guidance.
  • Extension options inside Cambodia: Extensions are possible at the Immigration Department in Phnom Penh or via approved agencies; a 30-day extension is commonly granted for tourist visas, subject to immigration approval and fees; plan ahead if you expect to stay longer than 30 days.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.